Plateau United vs Shooting Stars: Head-to-Head Stats and Historical Context

Plateau United host Shooting Stars at Rwang Pam Stadium in Jos on 20 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 UTC in the NPFL Regular Season - 4. Both sides are looking to build early momentum in the 2027 campaign, making this fixture an important marker in the league phase rather than a knockout tie. With Plateau United currently mid-table and Shooting Stars just behind them, the stakes are clear: points here could shape their early-season trajectory.

In the latest NPFL standings, Plateau United sit 8th with 4 points from 3 matches, having scored 2 goals and conceded 3. They have been solid at home with 1 win from 1 match at Rwang Pam Stadium. Shooting Stars are 11th with 3 points from their single league outing so far, a home win that gives them a perfect record but no away data yet this season. Against this backdrop, interest in Plateau United vs Shooting Stars stats is high as both teams seek to assert themselves in the Premier League group.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a tightly contested NPFL matchup between Plateau United and Shooting Stars over recent seasons.

Previous meetings: 5
Plateau United wins: 1
Draws: 3
Shooting Stars wins: 1

Plateau United vs Shooting Stars Timeline & Historical Context

The Plateau United vs Shooting Stars timeline in the NPFL highlights a rivalry defined by fine margins and frequent draws. All five recorded meetings come from league play between 2024 and 2026, with neither side able to establish clear dominance. The balance of results underscores how small details often decide this fixture.

The earliest match in this sequence took place on 25 February 2024 in the NPFL Regular Season - 21 at Jos International Stadium, where Plateau United and Shooting Stars played out a 0-0 draw. That stalemate set the tone for a cautious matchup. On 15 September 2024, the fixture moved to Adamasingba Stadium in Ibadan for NPFL Regular Season - 2, ending 1-1 after Shooting Stars led 1-0 at half-time before Plateau United responded after the break.

On 2 February 2025 at Jos International Stadium in NPFL Regular Season - 22, the sides again shared the points in a 1-1 draw, with a goalless first half followed by one goal apiece after the interval. The balance finally shifted on 5 October 2025 at Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan (NPFL Regular Season - 7), where Shooting Stars edged a tight 1-0 home win after a 0-0 first half. The most recent chapter came on 22 February 2026 at Rwang Pam Stadium in Jos in NPFL Regular Season - 27, when Plateau United produced the most decisive result in the series, winning 4-1 after leading 2-1 at half-time. Overall, the Plateau United vs Shooting Stars timeline reveals a rivalry that moved from low-scoring parity to a more open contest in the latest meeting.

Plateau United vs Shooting Stars Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers underline how evenly matched these sides have been, with only goal difference and home advantage creating separation.

Overall Record & Goals:

Total Goals Scored: Plateau United 6 - 4 Shooting Stars
Average Goals per Match: Plateau United 1.20 vs Shooting Stars 0.80

Venue Split Performance:

At Plateau United's stadium: 3 matches played here — Plateau United won 1 (as home side), Shooting Stars won 0 (as away side), 2 draws
At Shooting Stars's stadium: 2 matches played here — Shooting Stars won 1 (as home side), Plateau United won 0 (as away side), 1 draw

Plateau United vs Shooting Stars Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Plateau United vs Shooting Stars last results in recent competitive fixtures:

22 February 2026: Plateau United 4-1 Shooting Stars (Half-time: 2-1) – NPFL Regular Season - 27
5 October 2025: Shooting Stars 1-0 Plateau United (Half-time: 0-0) – NPFL Regular Season - 7
2 February 2025: Plateau United 1-1 Shooting Stars (Half-time: 0-0) – NPFL Regular Season - 22
15 September 2024: Shooting Stars 1-1 Plateau United (Half-time: 1-1) – NPFL Regular Season - 2
25 February 2024: Plateau United 0-0 Shooting Stars (Half-time: 0-0) – NPFL Regular Season - 21

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Plateau United Matches Results and Stats

For the 2027 NPFL season to date, Plateau United have played 3 league matches, reflecting a mixed but competitive start. They have 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 defeat, with 2 goals scored and 3 conceded. At home they have been reliable, winning their only fixture 1-0 and keeping a clean sheet, while away from home they have found it harder, scoring once and conceding three. Their form line of LWD suggests some recovery after an early setback, with a defence that is generally solid at home but still adjusting on the road.

Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 1, Lose 1 (season to date)

Last 5 Shooting Stars Matches Results and Stats

Shooting Stars’ 2027 NPFL campaign has started positively, albeit from a small sample. They have played 1 league match so far, winning it 2-1 at home. That outing shows attacking promise with 2 goals scored, but also a defence that conceded once. Their overall form is recorded as W, and while they have not yet played away from home this season, their early numbers indicate an ability to find the net and compete physically, as reflected in their disciplinary profile and penalty involvement.

Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 0, Lose 0 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across five NPFL meetings, Plateau United and Shooting Stars have produced a balanced rivalry: 1 win each and 3 draws, with Plateau United holding a narrow 6-4 edge in total goals. Home advantage has been significant, with Plateau United unbeaten in three home fixtures (one win, two draws) and Shooting Stars taking their sole victory in Ibadan. The most recent 4-1 result in Jos hints at Plateau United’s potential to turn territorial control into goals at Rwang Pam Stadium. Current league form reinforces this picture: Plateau United combine a strong home record and one clean sheet with modest scoring, while Shooting Stars arrive with perfect early-season points but no away test yet. Overall, the historical and seasonal stats lean slightly towards Plateau United at home, though the high proportion of draws suggests another closely fought NPFL encounter is likely.

Plateau United vs Shooting Stars H2H Statistics updated on 15 September 2026.